Knowable Magazine

12/08/2025

The robots can hover over marine mammals and gather all sorts of information in a way that’s less invasive to the animals than researchers trying to approach them by boat or plane.

📝 Learn more about this in our recent article republished by Smithsonian Magazine

The robots can hover over marine mammals and gather all sorts of information in a way that’s less invasive to the animals than researchers trying to approach them by boat or plane

12/07/2025

Early in evolution, we animals lost the ability to manufacture nine of the 20 building blocks needed to make proteins. Herbivores evolved an impressive array of tricks to ensure their dietary needs are met.

https://knowmag.org/essential-amino-acids_FB

12/06/2025

It’s not an open-and-shut case. But researchers are finding out plenty by genetically altering the numbers of these openings, as well as simulating future atmospheres, and more.

https://knowmag.org/manipulating-stomata_FB

12/05/2025

Aerial drones are giving scientists a new view of life at sea. 📝 Learn more about this in our recent article republished by Ars Technica

Aerial drones are giving scientists a new view of life at sea.

12/05/2025

Handled right, AI has potential to bring back middle-skill jobs lost to the rise of computers, economists argue. Or, like the mechanised mills of the past, it could toss whole sectors out of work.

📝 Learn more about this in our recent article republished by TheWire.in

Handled right, AI has potential to bring back middle-skill jobs lost to the rise of computers, economists argue. Or, like the mechanised mills of the past, it could toss whole sectors out of work.

12/05/2025

The holidays can mean meals with friends and family, twinkling lights and gift giving — and they can bring stress, reflection and anticipation of the new year.

Whether you need a party conversation starter, tips to make the most of it, or a distraction from it all, we have you covered.

🎁 Explore this seasonal collection on Flipboard:

12/04/2025

Earlier this week marked , a global movement to unite people in the fight against HIV and AIDS.

Due to advances in research and progress in treatment, an infection isn’t the death sentence it once was. And there are other reasons for optimism.

Two of our recent pieces look at where we’ve been and where we’re going in treating this epidemic.

1️⃣ HIV medications: Did fears about side effects come to pass?
https://knowmag.org/HIV-medications_FB

2️⃣ Achieving lasting remission for HIV
https://knowmag.org/lasting-remission-hiv_FB

12/04/2025

Early in evolution, we animals lost the ability to manufacture nine of the 20 building blocks needed to make proteins. Herbivores evolved an impressive array of tricks to ensure their dietary needs are met.

✍️ Katarina Zimmer

Early in evolution, we animals lost the ability to manufacture nine of the 20 building blocks needed to make proteins. Herbivores evolved an impressive array of tricks to ensure their dietary needs…

12/02/2025

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12/02/2025

From collecting whale snot to capturing surprising behaviors, aerial drones are giving scientists a new view of life at sea. ✍️ Gennaro Tomma

https://knowmag.org/flying-with-whales_FB

12/01/2025

It’s not an open-and-shut case. But researchers are finding out plenty by genetically altering the numbers of these openings, as well as simulating future atmospheres, and more.

✍️ Tim Vernimmen

It’s not an open-and-shut case. But researchers are finding out plenty by genetically altering the numbers of these openings, as well as simulating future atmospheres, and more.

12/01/2025

New therapies that involve the removal of mucus in the lungs might be the best strategy to beat asthma. ✍️ Patience Asanga

New therapies that involve the removal of mucus in the lungs might be the best strategy to beat asthma